Martin Thompson has dedicated his life to serving families in Fort Worth for nearly 50 years. Born and raised here, he grew up watching his father, Guy Thompson, set a high standard as one of the city’s most respected funeral directors. That example shaped Martin’s path and continues to guide his work today.

Martin began his career on January 1, 1976, at Thompson’s Harveson & Cole Funeral Home, a Fort Worth tradition since 1911, where he spent more than two decades serving families alongside his father and built the foundation for his lifelong calling. Over the years, Martin has also led funeral homes in Grapevine, Keller, and Mansfield, giving him a wide breadth of experience across Tarrant County.

In 2012, Martin and his son Jon opened Martin Thompson & Son Funeral Home, designed to provide families with meaningful, affordable alternatives to traditional arrangements. Today, alongside his wife Janice, son Jon, and daughter-in-law Brittany, Martin serves families at both locations, continuing to honor Fort Worth’s rich traditions while embracing the community’s changing needs. 

Now celebrating his 50th year in funeral service, Martin remains committed to the same principles that drew him into the profession—compassion, integrity, and community. He considers it both a privilege and a calling to help families tell the story of someone they love. Outside of his work, he enjoys playing golf, spending time with his animals, giving back to the community, and being with his family.

Janice Thompson, wife of Martin Thompson, was born and raised in Brownwood, Texas, where she graduated from Brownwood High School. She went on to attend the University of Texas at Austin and is proud to be an alumna.

Janice has extensive experience in the insurance Industry and mortgage banking, having worked as a loan officer. Her expertise in these fields has equipped her with valuable skills she can contribute to the funeral home.

Janice has been an active supporter of her husband's work in the funeral service industry, and she will continue to assist in any way she can. Her dedication and willingness to help make her a valuable asset to the funeral home.

A Fort Worth native, Jon Thompson has been immersed in funeral service from a young age, inspired by the example of his grandfather, the late Guy Thompson of Thompson’s Harveson & Cole, and his father, Martin Thompson. Their guidance instilled in him a lifelong respect for the profession and a deep commitment to serving families with compassion.

Jon pursued his passion by earning his Mortuary Science degree from Amarillo College, becoming a licensed funeral director in the State of Texas. For more than 21 years, he has walked alongside families in their time of need, helping them create meaningful services that honor the lives of their loved ones with dignity, care, and respect.

As Managing Funeral Director, Jon carries forward his family’s legacy while providing personal attention to every family he serves. He values working alongside his family and the devoted staff who he sees as an extension of that family. Together, they share the same calling: to walk beside families with compassion and guidance during life’s most difficult moments.

Jon’s dedication to excellence reflects the Thompson Difference: a tradition of family, compassion, and service that guides every interaction and every detail. Families can trust that when they come to Thompson, they are cared for like one of their own.

Outside of work, Jon enjoys spending time with his wife, Brittany, and their two children. He can often be found on the lake with his family, out fishing, playing basketball, or enjoying time outdoors.

Brittany Thompson has been by her husband Jon’s side since the beginning, supporting the funeral home and serving families with compassion and care. Married for 16 years and together for more than two decades, Brittany has worked with the family business since her college years—assisting with first calls, funeral services, insurance, marketing, communications, and community outreach whenever needed.

A graduate of Texas Christian University (TCU), Brittany earned her Bachelor of Science degree in RTVF (Radio, Television, and Film) Communications. Her background in communications equips her with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with people from all walks of life.

In addition to her role at the funeral home, Brittany built a 17-year career in financial consulting, working with banks, financial institutions, and fintechs. In that role, she managed recruiting and onboarding, client and consultant retention, marketing, and national conferences and events. These experiences sharpened her skills in organization, communication, and relationship-building, which she now brings back full circle to the families and communities she serves.

Brittany also believes strongly in giving back. She serves as Communications Chair on the Board of the Fort Worth Association for Financial Professionals and as Vice President of the Ridglea Country Club Charitable Foundation. Since 2022, she has played an active leadership role in the Foundation’s three main charitable events each year, supporting employee scholarships, veterans, and local charities.

Above all, Brittany is a devoted wife and mother of two children. As Director of Community Outreach & Marketing, she is dedicated to building connections with families,  community partners, and the wider community—ensuring every family receives compassionate care and trusted guidance when they need it most.

Roger Kersten graduated as Salutatorian of his class from the Dallas Institute of Funeral Service and is a licensed funeral director and embalmer who has worked with the Thompson family since 1985. 

Roger began at the original 8th Avenue location alongside the late Guy Thompson, and over the years has worked closely with multiple generations, including Martin Thompson and Jon Thompson. 

Roger brings decades of experience and steady guidance to every family he meets with a thoughtful, detail-minded approach offering each family options and ides to make each funeral service memorable.

Jason Johnston, a native of the Missouri–Arkansas Ozarks region, serves as a Funeral Director and Embalmer for the Thompson family.

Jason’s passion for funeral service began early. At just fourteen, inspired by the care and attention to detail shown by his family members in the profession, he approached a local funeral home owner about working in the industry. He started by washing cars and mowing lawns and soon began assisting with larger responsibilities.

His career expanded beyond funeral service when he joined family members in helping develop a rural air ambulance network, what became Air Evac Lifeteam. In his roles as Marketing Development Manager and Education Manager, Jason played a part in the early growth of what is now one of America’s largest medical air transport providers, serving communities across North Texas and beyond.

After earning his degree from Mid-America College of Funeral Service in suburban Louisville, Kentucky, where he graduated as Class President and Valedictorian, Jason returned to his first calling. He went on to manage multiple funeral homes across the Mid-South and Southern United States before settling in Texas.

Today, Jason proudly serves families in Tarrant County and across North Texas, striving “to be the best blessing to someone on possibly the worst day of their life.” Deeply rooted in his faith, Jason is active in several independent Christian church congregations and is a member of numerous funeral service organizations. He is also a Rotarian, a Certified Crematory Operator, and a Certified Cremation Arranger, credentials awarded by the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association (ICCFA).

Jason has authored numerous professional articles and publications, and his community involvement extends to music, aviation, and volunteer service. He is a former soloist, a member of the Civil Air Patrol, the Missouri Pilots Association, and the academic and professional fraternities Pi Sigma Eta and Mu Sigma Alpha.

Jason and his family now reside in Arlington, Texas, continuing a long family tradition of serving others with care and compassion. 

For Peyton Thomas, funeral service is not just a profession, it’s a calling rooted in compassion and dignity. A fourth-generation Dallas/Fort Worth native, she joined the Thompson family in 2020 and has since become known for the care and dedication she brings to every family she serves. “I was drawn to this work because everyone deserves the chance to say goodbye,” Peyton shares.

Peyton earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Midwestern State University, followed by an Associate of Applied Science in Mortuary Science and Anatomy from Northeast Texas Community College. She has also completed advanced training in trauma reconstruction and postmortem surgery from several industry experts, including Vernie Fountain at the Fountain National Academy. These experiences have refined her skills and deepened her ability to help families find comfort through thoughtful and respectful restoration. Her work allows families the opportunity to see their loved ones with dignity and care, even in the wake of tragedy.

Her guiding philosophy is simple yet profound: “Outside of being a wife and mother, this is the most important work I can do. Bringing dignity to the loved ones in my care and peace to their families is the most fulfilling part of my job.”

At home, Peyton enjoys life with her husband of over 20 years and their three children. When she’s not serving families, you’ll likely find her celebrating crawfish season or training Cole, Thompson & Son's grief therapy companion.

David Ferguson is a lifelong resident of Fort Worth and Arlington with a strong background in both business and funeral service. He earned his degree in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing from the University of Texas at Arlington and went on to become a Licensed Financial Planner and Insurance professional. He later received his Funeral Director’s license from the Commonwealth Institute and is also a Certified Crematory Operator.

David began his career in sales and sales management but felt called to the funeral profession in 2013. Guided by his faith, he views his work not simply as a career but as a passion—helping families through some of life’s most difficult times with compassion and care. He joined Thompson’s in 2022, where he continues to serve families with the same dedication and empathy that define his work.

Outside of his professional role, David is devoted to his family. He and his wife are proud parents of three adult children and grandparents to four wonderful granddaughters.

Zack joined Martin Thompson & Son in February 2025 and has been serving families in the funeral industry for more than five years. He began his career as a Crematory Operator and Funeral Assistant, where his experiences inspired him to pursue Mortuary Science. During the latter part of his schooling, Zack transitioned into an apprenticeship role and went on to earn both his Funeral Director’s license and Crematory Operator certification.

For Zack, the most meaningful part of his work is guiding families through one of life’s most difficult moments. He values the opportunity to listen, learn each family’s story, and help them create a meaningful way to honor their loved one’s life.

Outside of work, Zack enjoys spending time with his wife, who is a teacher, as well as their family and friends. In his free time, Zack enjoys watching sports, gaming, and attending Christ Chapel Bible Church when their schedules allow.

Gary Love has been a valued part of our funeral home since May 2021, where he oversees cremation services and assists families with first calls and other meaningful responsibilities. With more than three decades of experience in the funeral industry, Gary brings deep knowledge and dedication to every family he serves.

His career began in 1992 and has included roles as Park Superintendent at Hilltop Memorial Park in Carrollton, Park Supervisor and Crematory Operator at Restland Dallas, and Manager of Community Mortuary, where he served for 10 years. He also worked with Martin Oaks Crematory in Lewisville. In 2003, Gary was among the first group of fifty people in Texas to earn certification as a crematory operator when state law began requiring it—a distinction he holds with pride.

What Gary values most is serving families with honor, dignity, and respect, treating each family as if they were his own.

Outside of his professional life, Gary and his wife, Connie, enjoy spending time with their large family, which includes six children, two bonus children, and many grandchildren. Together, they love traveling, visiting estate sales, and caring for their three Boston Terriers—Hope, Bella, and Ruby. They are also active members of New Hope Baptist Church in Mineola, Texas.